GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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clipperone that clips something
suffocateto stop the respiration of (as by strangling or asphyxiation)
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
prattleprate
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bowdlerizeto expurgate (something, such as a book) by omitting or modifying parts considered vulgar